Administrative Assistant 3

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.

DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 3

Job Location:

Address: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)

290 E. La Canada Blvd - Avondale, AZ 85323

Posting Details:

Salary: $31,909 - $42,000

Grade: 17

Closing Date: March 19, 2024

Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov, or click on the link here to view 'Our DES' video. Come join the DES Team!

DES, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant 3. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.

Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Composing letters and memos; preparing presentations; developing spreadsheets; maintaining and entering information into Access databases in a timely manner; maintaining and utilizing a tracking system for project management to ensure timely submission of internal and external assignments/work products

• Conferring with supervisor, other division staff, persons from community agencies, organizations, and businesses on a variety of subjects and issues; answering and/or researching needed information from e-mail or phone calls from various staff or other entity requesting assistance, ensuring complete and timely responses; working with members and families to resolve issues; reporting on issues that are not resolved

• Functioning as office manager ensuring compliance with DES, DDD, and District policies and procedures; promoting a professional and customer service environment, maintaining office support coverage, and maintaining office equipment and supplies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of administration and time management; basic program rules, regulations, and operations procedures

• Appropriate use of grammar, punctuation, and formatting various documents

• Methods for tracking complex work with critical timelines

Skill in:

• Oral and written communication; phone etiquette

• Planning, organization, and time management

• Using computer software/programs (e.g., Microsoft Office products, Google documents)

Ability to:

• Compose various documents with minimal supervision

• Multi-task and complete work within required timelines; work in a fast-paced environment

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Selective Preference(s):

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• At least three (3) years of responsible administrative experience

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans

• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans

• 10 paid holidays per year

• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly

• Deferred compensation plan

• Wellness plans

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Stipend Opportunities

• Infant at Work Program

• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy

• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Pio Guillen 602-402-6411 or email ElpidioGuillen@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Pio Guillen at 602-402-6411 or elpidioguillen@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.